Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - April, 2013
Doctors will soon be able to tell in advance whether or not a patient will suffer an epileptic seizure, following the development of a breakthrough device.
Queensland rules out hospital privatisation
The Queensland Government has promised it won’t privatise any existing public hospitals in the state, following the delivery of the final Commission of Audit Report earlier this week.
Researchers close to Alzheimer's blood test
Australian researchers are inching closer to being able to conduct a blood test to for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease thanks to a breakthrough by a CSRIO team.
$29 million boost for Northern Hospital
Construction of a new three-storey wing of Melbourne’s Northern Hospital is set to go ahead after the State Government has pledged $29 million for its construction.
Sick Aussies slugged with health care costs
Australians are increasingly feeling the hip pocket pain of the health care system, with the average Aussie paying over $1,000 per year to cover the gap left between Medicare and private health insurance according to the latest report published by the Consumers Health Forum (CHF).
Victoria to streamline medical research funding
The Victorian Government has announced it will move to cut burdensome red tape surrounding funding requirements and access for the state’s medical research institutions.
$34 million for new mental health facility
The Victorian Government has pledged $34 million for the construction of a new 54-bed acute mental health facility at Werribee’s Mercy Hospital.
Government announces Alzheimer's PBS changes
The Federal Government has announced it will reduce barriers to access vital drugs used for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
Victoria announces boost for hospitals
The Victorian Government has announced it will deliver $120 million for the state’s hospitals to improve infrastructure and medical equipment.
Cut out the smoke to beat the blues
Butting out your last cigarette can significantly improve your mental health, according to new research published by national mental health advocate beyondblue.
Healthier cities healthier people finds UQ
Australians will be happier, healthier and safer if they look after the nature spots in their cities, new research from the University of Queensland (UQ) has found.
HRT given the all clear
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is a safe and effective treatment against the symptoms of menopause, new research from Monash University has found.
Portion size a problem finds UNSW
People given larger portion sizes will continue to overeat compared with those given smaller servings, even after they have been expressly told of the impact of portion size on consumption, according to new research from the University of New South Wales (UNSW).
VECCI joins fight against workplace flu
The Victorian Employers’ Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VECCI) has announced it has joined forces with the Victorian Government in calling for employers to vaccinate their staff against this year’s strain of influenza.
Feds announce closing the gap funding
The Federal Government has announced it will deliver $777 million to fund its share of the renewed National Partnership on Closing the Gap in Indigenous Health Outcomes for a further three years ending in June 2016.
Waiting times on the increase finds AIHW
The average waiting time for elective surgery is continuing to hover at around 36 days, according to the latest figures released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
Queensland announces health shakeup
The Queensland Government has announced ‘sweeping changes’ to the administration of health complaints in Queensland, following two reports tabled in State Parliament earlier this week.
Queensland unveils children's health care plan
The Queensland Government has unveiled a $3.7 million children’s health care plan that it says will improve access to specialist paediatric services.
SA locks in community sector pay rise
The South Australian Government will commit $119 million to ensure that the state’s community sector workers receive their pay rise announced under last year’s Fair Work Australia wage decision for low-paid workers.
Victoria launches new Cancer agency council
The Victorian Government has announced the official start of the new Victorian Cancer Agency (VCA) Consultative Council, to be led by Professor Robert Thomas.
Emu oil a bowel silver bullet
Emu oil has been found to have therapeutic potential for a range of common bowel diseases, according to new research from the University of Adelaide.